Albert Heijn Supermarket Chain

Albert Heijn is the largest supermarket chain in the Netherlands, founded in 1887 by Albert Heijn. It has been part of Ahold Delhaize since 2016. The primary owner of Albert Heijn is the Dutch-Belgian company Ahold Delhaize, which operates supermarkets, hypermarkets, and e-commerce businesses across Europe, the United States, and Indonesia. Albert Heijn has a market share of 37.7% in 2024 and operates over 1,100 stores in the Netherlands and Belgium. The company is committed to sustainability, having achieved B Corp Certification in December 2024, recognizing its efforts in environmental responsibility and social impact. Additionally, Albert Heijn has been recognized as the most sustainable supermarket chain in the Netherlands in the Sustainable Brand Index for 2021. The company has implemented various initiatives aimed at promoting sustainable practices across its operations, from sourcing products to minimizing waste.